Job Description

Employer
Glyn School
Location
Epsom, Surrey
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time, Part Time, Term Time
Salary
GLF Associate 2.3 - 23,035 FTE
Posted
12th May 2025
Expires
26th May 2025 11:59 PM
Start Date
1st September 2025
Job ID
1484636
Suitable for
Other Graduates
Job Reference
GLYLSA0525


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Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant eager for a new opportunity or looking to gain experience in an 'Outstanding' school?

Glyn School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support students with further SEND needs. This role will be suited to experienced Teaching Assistants, and those who are looking to start their career in teaching, or gap year students from universities. We are interested in hearing from all candidates, no matter what point in your career you are currently at.

Your opportunity:

Glyn School's SEND department plays an important role throughout the school. We are an enthusiastic and supportive department, who are committed to providing high quality teaching and support to our students.



We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to support students across all key stages in their learning. Prospective colleagues will be able to successfully support students from a range of backgrounds, with a variety of needs. Working alongside classroom teachers, you will provide in-class support, out of class monitoring for students, and enable them to overcome potential barriers to learning. At Glyn School, we have a strong focus on high aspirations and on improving outcomes for young people. Our dynamic and dedicated LSA team is a core element of this drive and ethos.

What we are looking for:

The successful candidate will need to:


Be passionate about all students achieving their potential Be a pro-active member of the team with a can-do approach. Be flexible and committed. Be passionate about the students' learning and welfare. Be keen to be part of the wider school community.

About Glyn School:

Glyn School is a high performing school, with an Ofsted ranking of 'Outstanding' since 2009. Ours is a vibrant school for boys aged 11-16 with a flourishing and successful mixed Sixth Form. Founded in 1927, we have a rich history of academic, sporting and artistic excellence and in 2014 we were designated a teaching school, one of a select number that represent the most outstanding and innovative practice nationally.



Glyn School has a reputation for challenging and stretching students with engaging and enriching teaching across all key stages. Our values sit at the heart of all we do and underpins our aspiration that every student leaves us equipped with the resilience and drive that will enable them to forge rewarding futures for themselves.



Learning and Teaching is at the heart of Glyn School. We aim to deliver lessons that inspire and engage students who will then go on to fulfil and exceed their potential.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish


Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Career pathways and talent management Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details:

Start Date:

September 2025

Contract Type:

Permanent

Working Hours:

26.5hrs (Term time only 39 weeks including INSET) - Working pattern to be discussed with candidates at interview.

Pay Scale:

GLF Associate 2 Point 3 - 23,035 FTE

Actual Salary:

14,587.42

Closing Date:

Monday 26th May at 11.59pm

Interview Date:

TBC




GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).



As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.



We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.



We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.



Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.